Which of the following terms describes a cell that can form any other cell of the organism?
A) pluripotent
B) totipotent
C) unipotent
D) All of the answers are correct.

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A totipotent cell has the ability to differentiate into any cell type, including the extraembryonic membranes that support embryonic development. Pluripotent cells can differentiate into all cell types, but cannot form the extraembryonic membranes. Unipotent cells can only differentiate into a specific cell type. Therefore, only option B correctly describes a cell that can form any other cell of the organism.

Which of the Following Terms Describes a Cell That Can